Beach Type: Sand
Information: Studland Bay has four miles of white sand backed by sand dunes. At the northern end of the bay is a naturist beach. The beach forms part of the Studland National Nature Reserve.
Lifeguard: No
Emergency Facilities: No
Pier: No
Safe for Kids: The beach is generally safe with long stretches of shallow water. There are no lifeguards or life buoys but wardens with first aid training patrol during the summer and there is a safety boat in operation at peak times.
Litter and Dogs: The beach is cleaned daily. Dogs are banned between June and September and dog bins are provided.
Facilities: Toilets are available. including facilities for the disabled and baby changing. There are also cafés and shops and there is a slip way on the beach.
Activities: Pedaloes. surf boards and canoes can be hired at the beach. The beach is also good for swimming. sailing. windsurfing. snorkelling and fishing. There is zoning for water sports activities.
Getting Here: Studland is reached by the B3351 from Corfe Castle and is 3 miles from Swanage. or from Poole via the Sandbanks ferry. Access to the beach is from the 4 car parks. the Knoll car park is flat and most suitable for disabled people.
Parking: There are four car parks. with varying prices throughout the year. with spaces for disabled people at the Knoll car park. National Trust members park free.
Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Poole. Bournemouth and Wareham. The Swanage Railway runs from Corfe Castle to Swanage. Buses go to Studland from Poole. Bournemouth and Swanage.
Walking: The South West Coastal Path runs along the entire beach. The Studland Heath National Nature Reserve covers the whole peninsula. Leaflets are available from the National Trust on request.

Other beaches nearby: Shell Bay Studland
Coach Parking: Knoll Bay Carpark
Sightseeing: Old Harry Rocks
Towns Nearby: Swanage, Wareham and Poole (short 3 minute, car/walk on ferry trip)

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